Patient Experience
A 42-year-old female deep-sea sponge diver presented with secondary infertility and severe dysmenorrhea. Imaging revealed extensive pelvic adhesions likely from repeated decompression stress. Dr. Kahveci performed a meticulous laparoscopic adhesiolysis, preserving ovarian function. The patient conceived naturally 8 months post-op and delivered a healthy baby at term, returning to modified diving duties 6 months postpartum.
A 17-year-old competitive rhythmic gymnast was referred for primary amenorrhea and pelvic pain. Diagnosis revealed a complex Müllerian anomaly, a didelphys uterus with one obstructed hemivagina. Dr. Kahveci performed a novel vaginoplasty preserving both vaginal canals, allowing normal function. The patient resumed training, later winning a national championship, and expressed future fertility plans.
A 34-year-old transgender man (on testosterone therapy for 5 years) presented with breakthrough uterine bleeding and pelvic pressure. He desired definitive surgery but feared loss of sexual function. Dr. Kahveci performed a robotic-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy with bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy, meticulously preserving neurovascular bundles for future phalloplasty. Recovery was swift, with the patient reporting profound gender euphoria and no sexual dysfunction.
A 28-year-old refugee from a conflict zone presented with a 20-week pregnancy and a large, symptomatic cervical fibroid causing urinary obstruction. Dr. Kahveci managed her conservatively with monitored decompression, then performed a rare intrapartum myomectomy during her cesarean delivery at 38 weeks. Both mother and baby thrived, and the fibroid showed no recurrence at 1-year follow-up.
A 51-year-old vineyard owner presented with postmenopausal bleeding and a complex endometrial polyp extending into the cervical canal. Hysteroscopy revealed an unusual polyp morphology with focal atypia. Dr. Kahveci performed an office-based hysteroscopic resection using a novel cold-snare technique she developed, achieving complete excision with minimal discomfort and no anesthesia. Pathology was benign.
A 22-year-old university student with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome presented with severe pelvic organ prolapse, highly unusual for her age. Dr. Kahveci designed a customized surgical plan using ultra-lightweight mesh and native tissue repair, accounting for the patient's poor collagen quality. The patient required a longer, monitored recovery but achieved excellent support and resumed her studies in archaeology.
A 39-year-old woman with a history of pelvic radiation for childhood sarcoma presented with premature ovarian failure and desmoid tumors in the pelvic sidewall. Seeking fertility, she underwent ovarian tissue cryopreservation prior to radiation. Dr. Kahveci collaborated with oncology to perform a laparoscopic orthotopic transplantation of her thawed cortical tissue. Surprisingly, ovarian function resumed, and she conceived via IVF 18 months later.
A 45-year-old nun from a remote monastery presented with a massive abdominal mass, presumed ovarian. She had never undergone a pelvic exam. Surgery revealed a 30cm benign mucinous cystadenoma. Dr. Kahveci performed a minimally invasive laparoscopic resection using a custom-made containment bag, preserving both ovaries. The patient returned to her community with only three small scars, which she considered 'miraculous'.
A 31-year-old professional marathon runner presented with exercise-induced amenorrhea and stress fractures. She desired pregnancy. Dr. Kahveci implemented a multidisciplinary 'metabolic restoration' protocol, coordinating with nutrition and endocrinology, avoiding immediate fertility drugs. The patient regained cycles naturally, adjusted her training, and conceived spontaneously. She completed a marathon at 16 weeks gestation under close monitoring.
A 60-year-old grandmother with a history of total pelvic exenteration for cervical cancer 20 years prior presented with a perineal hernia containing small bowel. Dr. Kahveci collaborated with plastic and general surgery to perform a complex reconstruction using a combined biologic mesh and tensor fascia lata flap. The repair restored quality of life, allowing her to garden and play with grandchildren without discomfort.
A 19-year-old aspiring pilot with MRKH syndrome (Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser) presented for neovagina creation. Dissatisfied with standard dilation, she desired a surgical option. Dr. Kahveci performed a modified Vecchietti procedure using a single-port robotic approach, reducing scarring. The patient achieved functional depth with minimal pain, passed her aviation medical, and began flight school.
A 37-year-old woman with a bicornuate uterus and a history of 4 second-trimester losses presented desperately. Cervical cerclage had failed. Dr. Kahveci performed a abdominal radical trachelectomy, removing the problematic cervical tissue while preserving the uterine body and upper cervix for pregnancy. The patient carried her next pregnancy to 36 weeks with a combined cerclage and delivered a healthy infant via cesarean.
A 29-year-old marine biologist presented with persistent vulvodynia that worsened with seawater exposure. Allergen testing revealed a rare hypersensitivity to a specific marine algae. Dr. Kahveci developed a personalized desensitization protocol and performed a targeted vestibulectomy for refractory focal areas. The patient returned to field work with custom protective gear and reported 90% symptom resolution.
A 52-year-old woman with a giant pelvic kidney (congenital anomaly) presented with a large ovarian cyst causing hydronephrosis. Standard surgery risked kidney damage. Dr. Kahveci performed a cyst aspiration under ultrasound guidance, followed by a mini-laparoscopic cystectomy with intraoperative urology standby. The kidney function was preserved perfectly, and the cyst showed no recurrence.
A 41-year-old patient with complete androgen insensitivity syndrome (CAIS), raised female, presented with inguinal gonadal masses. She wished to preserve her gender identity but mitigate cancer risk. Dr. Kahveci performed a bilateral gonadectomy via a novel preperitoneal inguinal approach, avoiding a pelvic incision. Hormone replacement was initiated smoothly, and the patient reported relief and body congruence.